IVANA GAONA
Pico Rivera
Summary
Driven and compassionate individual with strong ability to connect and communicate effectively with diverse groups. Demonstrates natural ability to create supportive and empathetic environment for patients, fostering trust and cooperation. Adept at collaborating with colleagues to ensure comprehensive patient care while maintaining patient-centered approach. Dedicated to enhancing patient experiences through patience, empathy, and persuasive communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Silverado Memory Care
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to MD.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Yardi.
School Food Server
Revolution Foods
02.2015 - 06.2022
- Organized students entering cafeteria into various food lines to keep groups flowing smoothly.
- Regulated dismissal of students by section and guided disposal of tray and silverware in return area.
- Adhered to strict food safety guidelines, maintaining a clean and healthy dining experience for all students.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
Education
Associates of Science in Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge University
Alhambra, CA07-2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Documentation accuracy
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical assessment
- Infection control protocols
- Resident care
- End-of-life care
- Specimen collection
- Patient observation
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse #746501
- Intravenous Therapy/ Blood Withdrawal CEP #1B15096
- American Health Association BLS Provider
- Edulife Institute Management of Assaultive Behavior.
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Silverado Memory Care
01.2025 - 08.2025
School Food Server
Revolution Foods
02.2015 - 06.2022
Associates of Science in Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge University
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